updated 04:50 pm EDT, Fri October 10, 2008

SCEJ intros AC Adapter

Sony on Thursday announced it will release an AC Adapter for the PlayStation 3 gaming system in Japan that allows users to charge two PS3 peripherals at the same time, including the SIXAXIS or DualShock 3 controllers, the Wireless Headset for PS3, Wireless Headset or the Sony PSP portable gaming system using a standard wall plug instead of having to rely on the PS3's USB ports.

The adapter is due for release in Japan on December 18, with an equivalent price tag of about $28, including all taxes. A North American release for the adapter has not been announced.